Description
Learn how to make flavorful and flaky blackened salmon in your air fryer with this easy recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with smoky, spicy notes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 1.5 pounds salmon fillets (skin-on or skin-off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets very dry with paper towels. Leave skin on or remove, and cut into portions if needed.
- 2. Mix the Spice Blend: In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Stir well.
- 3. Season the Salmon: Drizzle olive oil over salmon and spread evenly. Generously sprinkle and gently press the spice mixture onto all sides of the fillets.
- 4. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and preheat.
- 5. Arrange Salmon in Air Fryer Basket: Place seasoned salmon fillets in a single layer in the preheated basket, ensuring space between pieces for air circulation.
- 6. Air Fry the Salmon: Cook for 8 to 12 minutes, or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time depends on fillet thickness and air fryer model.
- 7. Rest and Serve: Remove salmon from the air fryer and let rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store cooked salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes, or gently on the stovetop or in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g